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Virtual Spacecraft to Spacecraft Communication Demonstration

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Description

This effort will modify existing communication applications to apply the application on the spacecraft to spacecraft communication demonstration.

Benefits

NASA’s CAPSTONE CubeSat mission demonstrated robust communication with ground systems allowing mission operators to test and refine various guidance and navigation software. The proposed work will build upon that work by simulating communications, gather vital mission planning data, test interoperability and reduce operational risks for future spacecraft navigating the challenging cislunar environment.

Details

ProgramCenter Innovation Fund: GSFC CIF (GSFC CIF)
Start date2026-06-01
End date2026-09-30

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